You know Cori as our sweet and spunky account manager, but did you also know she is an experienced world traveler? I got the inside scoop on her favorite places, tips for traveling light, and what to do when going solo. Be careful- wanderlust is contagious!

At Obviously, we’re fortunate to partner with brands we truly believe in that we’re proud to share with our influencers and the wider community. This week, we’re highlighting three of our favorite brands and why we love them.

Social Media has an enormous impact on how we perceive ourselves and our bodies, which in turn impacts our mental health and our overall wellbeing. This week, I was lucky enough to chat with Obviously influencer and body positivity advocate Desiree Marcano (@modernvanitystyle) about her journey toward self-acceptance and what she has gained from learning to love the skin she’s in.

In the ever-changing landscape of social media, agencies and influencers are constantly keeping their eye out for the Next Big Thing. From where we’re sitting, it looks like that might just be TikTok, the short-form video app that has taken off in the US and worldwide.

At Obviously, we have the privilege of watching influencers take their passions and channel them into creative expression. Our diverse collaborations cover everything from tech to cooking to fashion, but are always united by the inspiring work of our influencers. This week, we’re featuring three very different projects, each one highlighting a different aspect of life at Obviously.

Obviously is committed to treating our influencers right all the time no matter what. As part of our ongoing effort to be the number one platform for influencers, we rolled out a new payment policy for 2019 that is even more specific about when and how influencers get paid for every project.

Living well means something a little different to everyone. It can mean eating healthily or treating yourself. Sometimes it means optimizing your fast-paced lifestyle and other times it means slowing down. This week, we’re featuring brands that help us live well, whichever way we choose.

At Obviously, we represent you as well as our brands, and we have your best interests in mind. We’ve heard it all: the good, the bad, and the downright ugly practices that other agencies and brands engage in. Here are some red flags to look out for in your next collaboration.

This week, we were lucky to have the whole West Coat team visit our office here in NYC, so I got the rare experience of sitting down with Francis Kenneth in person to soak up his sage advice and laid-back vibes. Check out our conversation for tips on how you can become an all-star influencer like FK.